1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
